Project Manager, Systems Engineer

Kapsch Overview

Kapsch is a global technology company based in Vienna, Austria, specializing in Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). Founded in 1892, the company provides innovative mobility solutions across a wide range of application areas.

Associate Project Manager – responsible for supporting the delivery of ITS projects, combining technical expertise with project leadership.

• Support planning, coordination, and execution of customer traffic projects.
• Assist with project schedules, budgets, milestones, status reporting, and documentation.
• Monitor progress to help ensure deliverables are completed on time and within scope.
• Coordinate activities across engineering, operations, field services, procurement, customers, and suppliers.
• Communicate project updates, action items, and milestones to stakeholders.
• Apply technical background to support deployment and integration of ITS, including traffic management systems, SCADA, traffic signals, vehicle detection, CCTV, dynamic message signs, connected vehicle infrastructure, communications networks, and software integration.
• Act as bridge between technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Support contract administration, change management, financial tracking, and risk identification.
• Collaborate with engineers and technical specialists to deliver successful project outcomes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Construction Management, or a related technical field.
• 1–4 years of experience in an engineering, technical, operations, implementation, commissioning, or project support role.
• Process‑driven with strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team environment.

• Experience in ITS, traffic, transportation, SCADA system integration, industrial, defense, software, automation, infrastructure, or telecommunications.
• Familiarity with traffic signal systems, transportation communications networks, ITS software platforms, or field device integration.
• Knowledge of transportation industry standards and practices.
• Experience working directly with customers, vendors, or cross‑functional project teams.
• Exposure to project scheduling, budgeting, or project coordination activities.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools.
• Interest in pursuing project management certifications such as CAPM, PMP, IPMA, or Agile certifications.

• Competitive salary range of $75,000–$112,000, based on location, experience, skills, internal equity, and market data.
• Full benefits package including unlimited paid time off, 11 paid holidays, 401(k), no‑cost medical insurance option for employees and eligible dependents, and an FSA option.
• Casual work environment with flexible work hours and a hybrid schedule (two days in office).
• Opportunity for career growth, stability, and development within a global organization.